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by corn leaves and weeds. A smart filtering mechanism distinguishes the corn stalks from other objects and counts the plants accurately. Corn stalk diameter and spacing are also measured.

enzymes in food Processing and BioSensing

First floor, AESB Enzymes are proteins that are efficient catalysts for biochemical reactions. They speed up reactions by lowering the activation energy of a reaction pathway. They are widely used commercially in the detergent, food and brewing industries. Recently enzymes have been used in producing biosensors to measure sugar and alcohol content of foods.

illinois Student Branch of ASABe

First floor, AESB Visitors will be given the opportunity to talk with members about club experiences, opportunities through the club and ASABE, and about being a member of the Agricultural and Biological Engineering department. Booth will also feature photos of club events as well as general and contact information.

Air Cannons for use in Agriculture and forestry

First floor, AESB Air cannons are used for various purposes in agriculture such as a “puncher-planter,” and for general safety testing. The air cannon contains a unique piston mechanism that enables reproducible acceleration of a test object. The working of the air cannon will be explained along with a demonstration.

Soil and Water resources Laboratory

First floor, AESB The Soil and Water Resources Laboratory focuses on understanding the role of natural ecosystems in agriculture. The lab designs systems to control soil erosion and flooding, develops irrigation systems, consults on crop nutrition management, and designs ways to handle storm water and control sediment.

Joe Juricic, Seneca, IL Junior, Horticulture Production and Management

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